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One often overlooked part of training for beginner marathoners is nutrition. In our previous blogpost we touched upon the importance of carbo-loading prior to your long runs. However, although carbs are a key element in fueling your muscles, it would be wrong to only eat food high on carbs. Protein intake should be another pilar in your nutritional plan because it helps to build stronger muscles which will be necessary to carry the weight and develop a proper running form.
It's no secret that athletes load up on carbs prior to major races or games. Soccer players will be stuffing themselves with pasta prior to important matches, and most marathons organize a pre-race pasta party. The aim of this is to carbo-load in anticipation of a big day, but why?